Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
165615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 539 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164944



Common Names

  • Angustifolia Calliandra
  • Calliandra Angustifolia
  • Angustifolia's Calliandra


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Synonyms

  • Calliandra sodiroi Harms [valid]
  • Calliandra stricta Rusby [valid]
  • Calliandra subnervosa Benth. [valid]
  • Feuilleea angustifolia (Spruce ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Feuilleea subnervosa (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Mimosa subnervosa Pav. ex Benth. [invalid]

Description

Calliandra angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Powderpuff, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to Mexico, and is found in tropical dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a source of firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Calliandra angustifolia are yellow and tubular in shape. The seeds are flat and oval shaped, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra angustifolia is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Calliandra angustifolia

Calliandra angustifolia is native to Central America and can be found in moist forests, from sea level to elevations of 1,500 m. It is also cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions.

Calliandra angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra angustifolia?

Calliandra angustifolia

What is the common name of Calliandra angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Calliandra

What is the growth habit of Calliandra angustifolia?

It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading habit

Species in the Calliandra genus

Calliandra paniculata, Calliandra aeschynomenoides, Calliandra angustifolia, Calliandra belizensis, Calliandra biflora, Calliandra bijuga, Calliandra blanchetii, Calliandra bombycina, Calliandra brenesii, Calliandra brevicaulis, Calliandra californica, Calliandra calycina, Calliandra carcerea, Calliandra chilensis, Calliandra crassipes, Calliandra depauperata, Calliandra dysantha, Calliandra enervis, Calliandra fasciculata, Calliandra foliolosa, Calliandra fuscipila, Calliandra glomerulata, Calliandra grandifolia, Calliandra hirsuticaulis, Calliandra hirtiflora, Calliandra juzepczukii, Calliandra laevis, Calliandra leptopoda, Calliandra longipinna, Calliandra luetzelburgii, Calliandra macrocalyx, Calliandra medellinensis, Calliandra molinae, Calliandra palmeri, Calliandra parvifolia, Calliandra peninsularis, Calliandra pilgeriana, Calliandra pittieri, Calliandra purdiei, Calliandra quetzal, Calliandra rhodocephala, Calliandra rigida, Calliandra rubescens, Calliandra seleri, Calliandra sessilis, Calliandra sincorana, Calliandra spinosa, Calliandra subspicata, Calliandra tolimensis, Calliandra trinervia,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.